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40 4th of July Decorating Ideas to Celebrate America in Style
There will be red, white, and blue.
With Independence Day nearly a month away, it's time to start thinking about 4th of July decorating ideas, so we hunted around the Internet for on-theme decor you can either buy or make yourself. So if you're good with a glue gun, you may want to put your credit card away and craft your own festive decorations. Otherwise, peep our list of ready-made alternatives that you can have delivered ready to display.
So if you are hosting the soirée this year, you'll need some inspiration. Luckily, we have 40 ideas to kick-start your decorating journey. From a plush throw pillow with scalloped edges and red, white, and blue stripes to a delicious-smelling bouquet of fresh blooms, there are a lot of good options to consider. Trust us; these decorations are so adorable you'll set the perfect scene for a festive fête.
The best part? With Memorial Day freshly over, a lot of our top picks are still on sale! So there's no need to spend more than you're willing on decorations you'll display for only a few days. Don't wait too long, though. These deals won't be on offer for long. Not to mention, they probably won't be on the digital shelves for long, either! We're not the only ones gearing up for the Fourth! As far as we're concerned, it's never too early to outfit your home in red, white, and blue.
Matilda Goad & Co. Scalloped Pillow
If you're looking for a way to add a festive touch to your space without leaning too much into the theme, go with a pair of scalloped-edge throw pillows donning a red, white, and blue pattern. If your living area is neutral enough, you can leave these out well past summer.
1-800Flowers Healing Tears Bouquet
The easiest way to add a touch of on-theme decor is with a fresh bouquet that smells as beautiful as it looks. If you're hosting a Fourth of July cookout, consider buying a few of these and using them as centerpieces.
Hausse Hausse Reflective American Flag Pinwheels
Adorn your front lawn or walkway with rows of sparkly pinwheels to lead guests into your party. This pack includes 10. These may be a little cliche, but they get the celebratory point across!
MacKenzie-Childs Top Hat Vase
For only a few more days, MacKenzie-Childs is having a sweeping summer sale, so if you're looking for maximalist decor for the Fourth of July, this adorable vase shaped like a top hat will do the trick. Fill it with flowers, miniature flags, or anything else that feels charming and festive.
Decorate Your Flowers
Low-effort and high-reward, these sweet flower baskets are a sophisticated alternative to crafts that may take hours to assemble. All you need is a basket, fresh hydrangeas, and a few miniature American flags.
Upgrade the Fence
If you have a bunch of mini flags from past Independence Day celebrations, don't throw them out! Instead, remove the poles, sew (or glue) the flags together, and use them as a garland around your fence, front door, or porch.
Crate & Barrel Stars and Stripes Pennant Banner
Crate & Barrel Stars and Stripes Pennant Banner
However, if you're short on time, go ahead and buy the garland pre-made. This one, which is on sale for 50% off at Crate & Barrel, is a good go-to for anyone without a few hours to spare.
Keep It Simple
Another good idea that's easy to execute in a matter of minutes? This glass container decor from White and Woodgrain. All you need is a glass jar or pitcher, a few American flags, and the stems of your choice.
Get Crafty With Mason Jars
If you have a few Mason jars leftover from the previous decoration, fill them with sand, paste a double-sided American flat against the wall, and plop a tiny candle on the bottom. Just make sure the candle features a faux flame because the real thing could be a fire hazard.
Mosoan 400 LED Patriotic Firework Lights
If you live in an area where real fireworks are off-limits, opt for the LED version instead. This set of two operates on a timer with eight light modes that can make them flash and fade.
Pottery Barn Liberty Outdoor Burlap Collection Wreath
Pottery Barn Liberty Outdoor Burlap Collection Wreath
Greet guests with an intricately folded burlap version of Old Glory. This 16-inch wreath is sturdy enough to hang indoors or out.
Pottery Barn Stars & Stripes Circle Flag
Decorate in true colonial fashion using a circular flag studded with stars and stripes. It could look crisp and modern too if you pair it with other clean-lined decorations.
Arrange Backyard Flowers
Fresh-cut flowers can get expensive, fast, especially when you need enough for a large tablescape. Try this centerpiece idea instead: Fill galvanized vases with low-key wildflowers in vivid red, white, and blue hues, filling the holes with leafy greens, as Sugar & Charm did here. Even better if you can forage around and find them in your own backyard.
Deck Out Your Snacks
To elevate your Fourth of July festivities, take note of this pretty red, white, and blue spread from Cheetah Is the New Black. Some fresh berries, a charcuterie board, a floral cake, and bottles of rosé against a garden backdrop will set the scene for something a little dressier.
You can't have too many paper fans, especially when they come in this many patriotic patterns. Arrange them over a drinks or desert station for maximum effect.
A picnic in the park is an affordable, fun way to gather your friends for the Fourth of July, and you can keep it festive with just a few functional accessories. Enter: this outdoor net table cover. It's summery, stylish, and highly effective at keeping those pesky pests off your masterpiece of a picnic spread.
Williams-Sonoma Americana Wreath
Subtle and pretty, hang this Fourth of July-themed wreath on your front door for a festive welcome.
Hang Some Flags
Tom Scherer spruced up some empty walls in a stairwell by hanging a series of American flags. Try this in a guest bathroom, foyer, hallway, or really any small space that guests will be using during your shindig.
Just Artifacts Star-Spangled Biodegradable Straws
Not only are these straws totally festive for the Fourth, they're also biodegradable—ideal for replacing eco-unfriendly plastic.
Hadley Mendelsohn is the co-host and executive producer of the podcast Dark House. When she's not busy writing about interiors, you can find her scouring vintage stores, reading, researching ghost stories, or stumbling about because she probably lost her glasses again. Along with interior design, she writes about everything from travel to entertainment, beauty, social issues, relationships, fashion, food, and on very special occasions, witches, ghosts, and other Halloween haunts. Her work has also been published in MyDomaine, Who What Wear, Man Repeller, Matches Fashion, Byrdie, and more.
Jessica Cherner is House Beautiful’s associate shopping editor and knows where to find the best high-low pieces for any room.
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